Fitchburg Art Museum

Fitchburg Art Museum The Fitchburg Art Museum is the leading cultural institution in North Central Massachusetts.
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FAM is Free and Open to the Public!

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Kaleidoscope: 100 Years of Collecting for Our Community

FESTIVAL: A Celebration of African Art
at the Fitchburg Art Museum Founded in 1925, FAM plays a vital role in the cultural life of the region and is committed to community access and service. FAM uses its artistic and educational resources to aid in the economic revitalization of

Fitchburg, and the Museum maintains active educational partnerships with the local school systems, as well as Fitchburg State University. FAM is an engine for creativity, education, community building, and fun!

Our Mission

The Mission of the Fitchburg Art Museum is to inspire creativity and learning, and to contribute to the well-being of our diverse communities in Fitchburg, North Central Massachusetts, and New England. To accomplish this mission, we organize exhibitions of the work of New England contemporary artists and artworks from our art historical collections, offer programs for learners of all ages, support public art projects, invite community participation and partnerships, and stimulate the local creative economy – all in the spirit of inclusivity.

05/29/2026

WHY I JOINED FAM — Ricardo Barros

We asked some of our extraordinary members one simple question: “Why did you join FAM?” Their stories are powerful, personal, and a reminder of what makes this community so special.

Join or Renew today to be a part of our FAMily: https://68111.blackbaudhosting.com/68111/FAM-Membership

Celebrate the opening of “The 90th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft” - one of the longest-running juried exhibitions i...
05/28/2026

Celebrate the opening of “The 90th Regional Exhibition of Art & Craft” - one of the longest-running juried exhibitions in New England on Friday, June 26, from 6–8 PM. The night will feature a fun summer menu catered by Finicky Fork, and a local DJ spinning the perfect soundtrack for the season. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited - sign up is required: https://68111.blackbaudhosting.com/68111/FAM-Summer-Party-2026

Photo by Norm Eggert

The Fitchburg Art Museum (FAM) will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27, due to city water work. Scheduled programming...
05/26/2026

The Fitchburg Art Museum (FAM) will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27, due to city water work. Scheduled programming has been cancelled. We hope to see you at FAM soon.

Joseph Foxcroft Cole, “Canal Katwijk” (detail), 1890, oil on canvas, 37” x 30”. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Martin Smolin in honor of his parents, Ada and Jacob Smolin, 2001.45

Join us on Saturday, May 30 for our drumming workshop with Crocodile River Music! In connection with our exhibition “FES...
05/21/2026

Join us on Saturday, May 30 for our drumming workshop with Crocodile River Music! In connection with our exhibition “FESTIVAL: A Celebration of African Art at the Fitchburg Art Museum” and inspired by the music of Mali, West Africa, play African drums while you learn traditional rhythms straight from the source! Participants of all ages and abilities are invited to attend.

Advanced sign-up is required: https://68111.blackbaudhosting.com/68111/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=884edd04-871d-4b6f-92f2-5be6bea7eb33

This program is offered in partnership with the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area during the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History. Learn more at freedomsway.org, Freedom's Way National Heritage Area

Image courtesy of Crocodile River Music

05/20/2026

WHY I JOINED FAM — Archy LaSalle.

We asked some of our extraordinary members one simple question: “Why did you join FAM?” Their stories are powerful, personal, and a reminder of what makes this community so special.

Join or Renew today to be a part of our FAMily: https://68111.blackbaudhosting.com/68111/FAM-Membership

Today is International Museum Day!International Museum Day is celebrated worldwide. This year's theme is "Museums Unitin...
05/18/2026

Today is International Museum Day!

International Museum Day is celebrated worldwide. This year's theme is "Museums Uniting a Divided World," which highlights the potential of museums to act as bridges across cultural, social, and geopolitical divides, fostering dialogue, understanding, inclusion, and peace within and between communities worldwide.

FAM is happy to join these worldwide celebrations and lift these shared values.

To celebrate museums and members, we invite anyone who joins or renews their membership to receive 13 months of FAM Membership. This offer is valid through May 25.

Show your love of museums everywhere by becoming a member of FAM today!

https://68111.blackbaudhosting.com/68111/FAM-Membership

05/15/2026

WHY I JOINED FAM — Christy Tata.

We asked some of our extraordinary members one simple question: “Why did you join FAM?” Their stories are powerful, personal, and a reminder of what makes this community so special.

Join or Renew today to be a part of our FAMily.
https://68111.blackbaudhosting.com/68111/FAM-Membership

Address

185 Elm Street
Fitchburg, MA
01420

Opening Hours

Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 4pm
Friday 12pm - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

(978) 345-4207

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